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XLS Series of Tape Libraries
Site Planning Guide 501604 Rev. D
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Revision History
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Revision
Release Date
Description
A
09-Jun-2006
Initial release
B
26-Mar-2007
Revised to include the XLS-812300
C
05-Sep-2007
Revised to include the XLS-85000
D
29-Jul-2008
Revised to include the XLS-8161100
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Notices
Qualstar products are covered by one or more of the following patents: 6,271,982; 6,560,061; and 7,181,313. Other patents pending. Qualstar equipment is manufactured from new parts, or new and used parts. In some cases, Qualstar equipment may not be new and may have been previously installed. Regardless, Qualstar’s warranty terms apply unless the equipment is specifically identified by Qualstar as “used” or “refurbished.” This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Shielded cables are required for this device to comply with FCC Rules. Use shielded cables when connecting this device to others.
European Union Directive 89/336/EEC and Standard EN55022 (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
This product has been tested and is certified to be compliant with the Class A provisions of the U.S., Canadian, and European standards for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
European Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
Qualstar encourages its customers to use current recycling practices in order to reduce the burden that waste electronic products place on the environment.
If you are retiring a fully functional tape library, you are encouraged to transfer the functional unit to a new user, thereby extending the useful life of the tape library. The manufacture of all products requires the consumption of energy. By extending the life of the tape library, energy is conserved. In accordance with environmental directives that are being implemented in many countries (refer to the European Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE), Qualstar provides customers with “End of Life Instructions” that identify the process for recycling the materials and components that make up a Qualstar tape library.
End of Life Instructions Tools required • • • •
#1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers T20 Torx head screwdriver Hex head (Allen) wrench/driver set 1/4-inch hex nut driver
Disassembly procedure 1. 2. 3. 4.
Remove the doors. Remove the front panel. Remove the external side panels. Remove the internal subassemblies.
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Items recyclable using conventional methods • • • • • •
Aluminum: Front panel, exterior side and rear panels, robotics, cartridge and drive bays, carousel and shroud panels Stainless steel: Robot guides Steel: Frames, fasteners Plastic: Windows, cartridge magazines, tape cassettes Copper: Internal wiring, motors, SCSI cables Paper: Manuals
Items requiring special disposal due to lead-based solder •
Printed circuit boards: Controller card, miscellaneous small printed circuit boards
Items that may have salvage or resale value • •
Tape drives EMI line power filter
Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Qualstar is committed to the implementation of RoHS (Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment) in accordance with the European Directive. The compliance date is July 1, 2006, at which time Qualstar will certify that its tape library products are compliant with the RoHS standard. Qualstar tape libraries are classified as “Information Technology Storage Array Systems” for which the RoHS Directive provides an exemption for lead solder until the year 2010. Until Qualstar replaces lead-based solder with lead-free solder, affected subassemblies must be disposed of appropriately.
Technical Support
The best source for service-related information is your system reseller. Alternately, you can reach the Qualstar Technical Support Department at:
Qualstar Corporation Attn: Technical Support 3990-B Heritage Oak Court Simi Valley, CA 93063 Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST Phone: (877) 444-1744 Phone: (805) 583-7744 After hours Phone: (805) 526-7480 Phone: (805) 583-7748 E-mail:
[email protected] E-mail:
[email protected] www.qualstar.com
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Table of Contents 1
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.1
2
3
4
About the XLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1.1 XLS-8161100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1.2 XLS-832700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1.3 XLS-820500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1.4 XLS-812300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1.5 Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6
Unloading and Moving the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 2.1
Unloading the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2
Moving the Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 2.2.1 Door Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Installing the Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 3.1
Floor Space and Floor Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 3.1.1 XLS-8161100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 3.1.2 XLS-832700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 3.1.3 XLS-820500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 3.1.4 XLS-812300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 3.1.5 Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
3.2
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
3.3
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18 3.3.1 Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 3.3.2 Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
3.4
Cooling Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Installation Check List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
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About This Manual This document provides information needed to prepare a site for the Qualstar XLS Library. It includes the following information: • Considerations for unloading and moving the library. For more information, see Chapter 2, “Unloading and Moving the Library.” • Considerations for installing the library. For more information, see Chapter 3, “Installing the Library.” • A check list of the components, options, and accessories needed to install an XLS library. For more information, see Chapter 4, “Installation Check List.”
1.1
About the XLS The Qualstar XLS family of enterprise-class tape libraries is designed to accommodate customer storage needs now and in the future. Four XLS models are currently available.
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1.1.1
XLS-8161100
Shown in Figure 1-1, the XLS-8161100 accommodates up to 16 tape drives, up to 1,066 cartridges, and up to four, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-8161100. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.
Doors (2) Touch screen Carousels (2)
I/O ports (up to 4)
Status LEDs
Handler & barcode reader
Cartridge slots Tape drives
Service port (Ethernet)
Leveling feet (4) Figure 1-1
1-2
Air filters (behind cover) Wheels (4)
Front view of the XLS-8161100
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1.1.2
XLS-832700
Shown in Figure 1-2, the XLS-832700 accommodates up to 32 tape drives, up to 655 cartridges, and up to four, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-832700. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.
Doors (2) Touch screen Cartridge slots
I/O ports (up to 4)
Status LEDs
Handler & barcode reader
Tape drives
Service port (Ethernet)
Leveling feet (4) Figure 1-2
Air filters (behind cover) Wheels (4)
Front view of the XLS-832700
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1.1.3
XLS-820500
Shown in Figure 1-3, the XLS-820500 accommodates up to 20 tape drives, up to 465 cartridges, and up to four, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-820500. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.
Cartridge slots Touch screen Status LEDs Door (1)
I/O ports (up to 4)
Handler & barcode reader Tape drives
Air filters (behind cover) Leveling feet (4) Figure 1-3
1-4
Wheels (4)
Front view of the XLS-820500
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XLS-812300
Shown in Figure 1-4, the XLS-812300 accommodates up to 12 tape drives, up to 295 cartridges, and up to two, 10-slot I/O ports. As an option, one or two expansion pods can be installed on the sides of the library, with each expansion pod providing 120 additional cartridge slots. For greater capacity one or two XLS-85000 Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) can be installed on the sides of the XLS-812300. See Section 1.1.5 on page 1-6 for more information.
Expansion pod
Expansion pod
Touch screen
Cartridge slots
Status LEDs Door
I/O ports Tape drives
Service port (Ethernet)
Air filter
Leveling feet
Wheels
Figure 1-4
Front view of the XLS-812300 with two expansion pods
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1.1.5
Media Expansion Modules (MEMs)
Shown in Figure 1-5 and Figure 1-6 on page 1-7, the Media Expansion Modules (MEMs) include a rotating motor-driven carousel containing cartridge slots. The XLS-89000 can accommodate 1,075 cartridges, while the XLS-85000 can store 535 cartridges. The XLS-8161100, XLS-832700 and the XLS-820500 can be expanded by adding one or two of either the XLS-89000 or XLS-85000 MEMs while the XLS-812300 may be expanded by adding one or two of the XLS-85000 MEMs.Figure 1-7 on page 1-8 shows two MEMs attached to either side of the XLS-832700.
Doors (2)
Carousel
Air filter (behind cover) Carousel supports (2) Leveling feet (4) Figure 1-5
1-6
Wheels (4)
Front view of the XLS-89000 Media Expansion Module (MEM)
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Door
Carousel
Leveling feet (4) Figure 1-6
Wheels (4)
Front view of the XLS-85000 Media Expansion Module (MEM)
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Figure 1-7
1-8
Two XLS-89000 MEMs attached to the XLS-832700
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Unloading and Moving the Library Before scheduling delivery of the library, carefully consider the following: • How the library—including the base library unit, any Media Expansion Modules (MEMs), and any expansion pods—will be unloaded from the truck. See Section 2.1. • How the equipment will be moved within the facility to its final location. See Section 2.2.
2.1
Unloading the Library The XLS is shipped on pallets and delivered by truck. Before scheduling delivery of the library, consider which of these situations apply: • Loading dock available: If a loading dock is available, ensure that it has uniform dimensions and that it is of the appropriate size to accommodate the transportation company’s truck. • Loading dock not available: If no loading dock is available, you may need to specify that the truck be equipped with a lift gate or ramp to unload the equipment to ground level, where it can be removed from the pallet and moved on its casters. • Difficult entry to building: If the access to the building is especially difficult, you may need to hire a rigging company with material handling equipment to unload the equipment and move it into the facility.
2.2
Moving the Library Both the base library unit and the MEM are equipped with casters so they can be rolled on smooth, interior floors. Avoid rolling the equipment over rough surfaces or cracks. Use light plywood or a similar material to cover uneven surfaces. In addition, since the equipment is too heavy to be lifted manually, consider constructing temporary ramps or bridges over steps, large cracks, or expansion joints that are too wide for the casters.
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2.2 Moving the Library If a library or MEM is to be moved to a different location, it must be repacked on the pallet, using the packaging material that it was originally shiped with to avoid damage to the equipment. If the pallet or original packaging material is not available, please contact Qualstar Corporation to order replacements and recieve instruction on the repacking procedure.
2.2.1
Door Clearance
Be sure to check all doors, corridors, and elevators along the route for adequate clearance. Confirm that the door frames are square and that sides are parallel. The unpacked dimensions are: 8161100: 44.6 x 35.7 inches (114 x 91 cm) 832700: 44.6 x 34.8 inches (114 x 89 cm) 820500: 34.6 x 34.8 inches (89 x 89 cm) 812300: 34.6 x 34.8 inches (89 x 89 cm). With one POD attached: 42.6 x 34.8 inches (109 x 89 cm). With two PODs attached: 50.5 x 34.8 inches (129 x 89 cm) 89000 MEM1: 34.8 x 34.8 inches (89 x 89 cm) 85000 MEM2: 22.4 x 34.8 inches (57 x 89 cm) All units are 78 inches (199 cm) tall.. Important:
While still packed in its shipping container a module can be as large as 49 inches (125 cm) wide by 67 inched (170 cm) deep and 89 inches (226 cm) tall. This may make it difficult to manuver the equipmemt into it’s desired location while it is still packed. The optional 8U auxiliary equipment rack and its mounting hardware should be installed after the XLS is in place.
2-2
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Installing the Library Ensure that the proposed installation location meets the requirements for the following: • • • •
3.1
Floor space, floor loading, and service access requirements. See Section 3.1. Environmental specifications. See Section 3.2 on page 3-18. Power. See Section 3.3 on page 3-18. Cooling. See Section 3.4 on page 3-21.
Floor Space and Floor Loading This section lists the floor space, floor loading, and service access requirements for the following hardware: • • • • • •
XLS-8161100. See Section 3.1.1 on page 3-2 XLS-832700. See Section 3.1.2 on page 3-5. XLS-820500. See Section 3.1.3 on page 3-8. XLS-812300, including any expansion pods. See Section 3.1.4 on page 3-11. XLS-89000 Media Expansion Module (MEM). See Section 3.1.5 on page 3-13. XLS-85000 Media Expansion Module (MEM). See Section 3.1.5 on page 3-13.
Before moving the XLS to its final destination, ensure that there is adequate floor space available and that the floor is capable of holding the equipment’s weight. Important:
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Be sure to leave adequate space behind the library and any attached MEMs to allow for service access to the following components: • Power/PC bay (includes the power switch and connector, power supplies, battery module, system controller components, and cooling fans) • Tape drives • Any equipment mounted in the optional equipment rack When extended, the power/PC bay requires 12 inches (31 cm) of space.
3-1
3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading
3.1.1
XLS-8161100
This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-8161100.
XLS-8161100 Dimensions Figure 3-1 shows the dimensions of the XLS-8161100 base unit in inches and centimeters.
78.0 in (199 cm)
45 in (114 cm) Figure 3-1
3-2
36 in (91 cm)
External dimensions of the XLS-8161100
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XLS-8161100 Floor Space Table 3-1 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-8161100. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipmen.
LRMs
MEMs Quantity
XLS-89000
Cabinets only XLS-85000
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
11
1
19
2
20
2
33
3
17
2
20
2
28
3
47
4
2
22
2
29
3
1
25
3
34
3
0 1
1
1
1 2
2 1 Table 3-1
Cabinets with 24” aisle
Floor space requirements for the XLS-8161100 (see Figure 3-2 on page 3-4)
XLS-8161100 Weight and Floor Loading Table 3-2 shows the weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-8161100.
Cartridges
Net weight empty (lbs / kg)
Net weight loaded (lbs / kg)
4
1066
1011 / 459
1550 / 703
144 / 701
LRM
16
976
1011 / 459
1634 / 741
151 / 739
89000 MEM
—
1075
519 / 235
1057 / 479
125 / 614
85000 MEM
—
535
420 / 191
687 / 312
127 / 621
Table 3-2
Unit
Tape drives
LRM
Floor loading (lbs/ft2 / kg/m2)
Weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-8161100
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Service Access Requirements for the XLS-8161100 Figure 3-2 shows the service access requirements for the XLS-8161100, assuming that both doors are open and the power/PC bay has been slid all the way out.
Power/PC Bay 12.2 in (30.1 cm)
35.7 in (90.7 cm)
11.6 in (29.5 cm)
Figure 3-2
3-4
Service access requirements for the XLS-8161100
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XLS-832700
This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-832700.
XLS-832700 Dimensions Figure 3-3 shows the dimensions of the XLS-832700 base unit in inches and centimeters.
78.0 in (199 cm)
45 in (114 cm) Figure 3-3
35 in (89 cm)
External dimensions of the XLS-832700
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XLS-832700 Floor Space Table 3-3 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-832700. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipmen.
LRMs
MEMs Quantity
XLS-89000
XLS-85000
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
11
1
19
2
20
2
33
3
17
2
20
2
28
3
47
4
2
22
2
29
3
1
25
3
34
3
0 1
1
1
1 2
2 1 Table 3-3
Cabinets with 24” aisle
Cabinets only
Floor space requirements for the XLS-832700 (see Figure 3-4 on page 3-7)
XLS-832700 Weight and Floor Loading Table 3-4 shows the weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-832700.
Cartridges
Net weight empty (lbs / kg)
Net weight loaded (lbs / kg)
4
685
800 / 363
1193 / 541
111 / 539
LRM
32
475
800 / 363
1437 / 652
133 / 650
89000 MEM
—
1075
519 / 235
1057 / 479
125 / 614
85000 MEM
—
535
420 / 191
687 / 312
127 / 621
Table 3-4
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Unit
Tape drives
LRM
Floor loading (lbs/ft2 / kg/m2)
Weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-832700
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Service Access Requirements for the XLS-832700 Figure 3-4 shows the service access requirements for the XLS-832700, assuming that both doors are open and the power/PC bay has been slid all the way out.
Power/PC Bay 19-inch equipment rack (optional)
13.1 in (33.3 cm)
34.8 in (88.4 cm)
11.6 in (29.5 cm)
Figure 3-4
Service access requirements for the XLS-832700
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XLS-820500
This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-820500.
XLS-820500 Dimensions Figure 3-5 shows the dimensions of the XLS-820500 base unit in inches and centimeters.
78 in (199 cm)
35 in (89 cm)
Figure 3-5
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35 in (89 cm)
External dimensions of the XLS-820500
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XLS-820500 Floor Space Table 3-5 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-820500. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipment
LRMs
MEMs Quantity
XLS-89000
Cabinets only XLS-85000
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
9
1
15
2
17
2
29
3
14
2
18
2
26
3
43
4
2
20
2
27
3
1
23
3
32
3
0 1
1
1
1 2
2 1 Table 3-5
Cabinets with 24” aisle
Floor space requirements for the XLS-820500 (see Figure 3-6 on page 3-10)
XLS-820500 Floor Loading Table 3-6 shows the weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-820500.
Cartridges
Net weight empty (lbs / kg)
Net weight loaded (lbs / kg)
4
465
720 / 327
1003 / 455
119 / 583
LRM
20
345
720 / 327
1143 / 519
136 / 664
89000 MEM
—
1075
519 / 235
1057 / 479
125 / 614
85000 MEM
—
535
420 / 191
687 / 312
127 / 621
Table 3-6
Unit
Tape drives
LRM
Floor loading (lbs/ft2 / kg/m2)
Weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-820500
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Service Access Requirements for the XLS-820500 Figure 3-6 shows the service access requirements for the XLS-820500, assuming that the door is open and the power/PC bay has been slid all the way out.
Power/PC Bay
13.1 in (33.3 cm)
11.9 in (30.2 cm)
19-inch equipment rack (optional) 34.8 in (88.4 cm)
11.6 in (29.5 cm)
Figure 3-6
3-10
Service access requirements for the XLS-820500
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XLS-812300
This section provides information about the dimensions and floor space requirements of the XLS-812300, including the optional expansion pods or XL-850000 MEMs.
XLS-812300 Dimensions Figure 3-7 shows the dimensions of the XLS-812300 base unit in inches and centimeters.
78 in (199 cm)
35 in (89 cm)
Figure 3-7
35 in (89 cm)
External dimensions of the XLS-812300
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3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading
XLS-812300 Floor Space Table 3-7 lists the amount of floor space required to install the XLS-812300. The aisle space calculations include an aisle of 24 inches (61 cm) on the front or back of the equipment..
Number of units
Cabinets only
XLLRMs Pods 85000M EMs
1
Table 3-7
Cabinets with 24-inch aisle
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
Sq. feet
Sq. meters
0
9
1
14.2
1.3
2
17
1.6
20.6
1.9
1
14
2
18
2
2
20
2
27
3
Floor space requirements for the XLS-812300 (see Figure 3-8 on page 3-13)
XLS-812300 Floor Loading Table 3-8 shows the weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-812300, assuming that expansion pods are installed on both the left and right sides.
Cartridges
Net weight empty (lbs / kg)
Net weight loaded (lbs / kg)
4
295
720 / 327
898 / 407
107 / 532
LRM
12
535
720 / 327
1162 / 527
138 / 675
85000 MEM
—
535
420 / 191
687 / 312
127 / 621
Table 3-8
Unit
Tape drives
LRM
Floor loading (lbs/ft2 / kg/m2)
Weight and maximum floor loading for the XLS-812300
Site Planning for Expansion Pods The XLS-812300 can be expanded by adding one or two expansion pods. If you plan to install expansion pods (whether during the initial installation or in the future), consider the recommended installation order:
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1.
Install the base unit.
2.
Install the expansion pod on the right side of the base.
3.
Install the expansion pod on the left side of the base.
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Service Access Requirements for the XLS-812300 Figure 3-8 shows the service access requirements for an XLS-812300, assuming that two expansion pods are installed and that power/PC bay is slid all the way out.
Power/PC Bay
13.1 in (33.3 cm)
19-Inch Equipment Rack (optional)
11.9 in (30.2 cm)
17.6 in (44.7 cm)
Pods shown open (maintenance position)
34.8 in (88.4 cm) Optional Expansion Pods (120 cartridges each)
11.6 in (29.5 cm)
50.5 in (128.3 cm) 70.0 in (177.8 cm)
Figure 3-8
3.1.5
Service access requirements for the XLS-812300, including expansion pods
Media Expansion Modules (MEMs)
All LRMs can be expanded by adding one or two MEMs on either side. The XLS-89000 holds an additional 1,075 cartridges, while the XLS-85000 contains 535 cartridges. If you plan to install MEMs (whether during the initial installation or in the future), consider the recommended installation order: 1.
Install the base unit.
2.
Install the MEM on the right side of the base.
3.
Install the MEM on the left side of the base.
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3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading
MEM Dimensions Figure 3-9 shows the dimensions of the XLS-89000 MEM in inches and centimeters.
78 in (199 cm)
35 in (89 cm)
Figure 3-9
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35 in (89 cm)
External dimensions of the XLS-89000 MEM
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78 in (199 cm)
35 in (89 cm)
23 in (59 cm)
Figure 3-10
External dimensions of the XLS-85000 MEM
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3.1 Floor Space and Floor Loading
Service Access Requirements for a MEM Figure 3-11 shows the service access requirements for a XLS-89000 MEM, assuming that both doors are open.
34.8 in (88.4 cm)
11.6 in (29.5 cm)
Figure 3-11
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Service access requirements for a XLS-89000 MEM
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34.8 in (88.4 cm)
11.6 in (29.5 cm)
Figure 3-12
Service access requirements for a XLS-85000 MEM
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3.2 Environmental Specifications
3.2
Environmental Specifications Before installing the XLS, confirm that the intended location conforms to the environmental specifications listed in Table 3-9.
Parameter
Operating
Non-operating
Ambient temperature
+5°C to +32°C (+41°F to +90°F)
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Temperature gradient (maximum)
1°C/minute, 10°C/hour (2°F/minute, 18°F/hour)
1°C/minute, 20°C/hour (2°F/minute, +36°F/hour)
Relative humidity (non-condensing)
20% to 80%
10% to 90%
Wet bulb temperature
26°C (79°F) maximum
29°C (84°F) maximum
Altitude
–1000 to +10,000 feet –304.8 to +3,048 meters
–1,000 to +40,000 feet –304.8 to +12,192 meters
Environmental specifications
Table 3-9
CAUTION To prevent interference with the optical barcode reader, light curtain sensors, and cartridge present sensors, do not install the XLS in areas exposed to direct sunlight.
3.3
Power Requirements The XLS operates from the single-phase alternating current power sources (mains) shown in Table 3-10.
Rated Line Voltage
Maximum Operating Line Voltage
Minimum Operating Line Voltage
Line Frequency Range
100–240 VAC
264 VAC
90 VAC
48–62 Hz
Table 3-10
XLS mains requirements
The base library includes a 20-amp switch/circuit breaker. (Power is connected to the base library only; the MEM cabinets get their power from an adjacent base library.) Other than selecting the appropriate AC power cord (see Section 3.3.1 on page 3-19), the XLS requires no changes to operate from any input voltage within the rated line voltage.
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Power Cords
The XLS end of all non redundent power input module power cords is terminated in a mating 20-amp, 3-pin locking connector. Table 3-11 lists the detachable six-foot (or two-meter) power cords available.
Country
Volts/Amps
Qualstar Part Number
North America and Japan
100–125V 15A
664-0101-9
Three-conductor 14 AWG SJT PVC-jacketed cord terminated with a NEMA 5-15P type plug
North America
100–125V 20A
664-0104-3
Three-conductor 12 AWG SJT PVC-jacketed cord terminated with a NEMA 5-20P type plug
North America
220–240V 20A
664-0102-7
UL listed and CSA certified three-conductor 14 AWG SJT PVC-jacketed cord terminated with a locking NEMA L6-20P type locking plug
Other
230–240V 16A
664-0103-5
Harmonized three-conductor HO5VV F3G 1.5mm PVC-jacketed cord terminated with the European CEE7 Standard VII type plug
United Kingdom
200-240V 13A
664-0105-0
Three-conductor 1.5mm PVC-jacketed cord terminated with the United Kingdom BS 1363A standard type plug
North America
100-125V 20A
664-0106-8
UL listed and CSA certified three-conductor 12 AWG SJT PVC-jacketed cord terminated with a locking NEMA L5-20P type locking plug
Table 3-11
Power Cord Description
Available standard XLS power cords
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3.3 Power Requirements XLS models equipped with the redundant power input module come supplied with two power cords. The cords are three-conductor 14 AWG SJT PVC-jacketed cords terminated with an IEC 60320 C-19 type connector at the XLS end. Table 3-12 lists the power cords that are available for redundant power input module equipped libraries.
Country
Volts/Amps
Qualstar Part Number
North America and Japan
100–125V 15A
664-0107-6
PVC-jacketed cord terminated with a NEMA 5-15P type plug
Other
230–240V 16A
664-0200-9
PVC-jacketed cord terminated with the European CEE7 Standard VII type plug
United Kingdom
200-240V 13A
664-0201-7
PVC-jacketed cord terminated with the United Kingdom BS 1363A standard type plug
Table 3-12
3.3.2
Power Cord Description
Available redeundent power input module equipped XLS power cords
Power Consumption
Power consumption varies with the number of tape drives installed, the number of tape drives operating simultaneously, and the occurrence of robotic motion. Table 3-13 lists the power requirements for typical system configurations as well as for a single tape drive or MEM. You can use these number to determine the actual power needs of any system configuration..
System configuration
Consumptrion watts
BTUs/hr
1 base, 4 tape drives
525
1,793
1 base, 16 tape drives
1,102
3,764
1 base, 32 tape drives, 1 MEM
2,081
7,106
1 base, 8 tape drives, 2 MEMs
1,138
3,887
1 base, 32 tape drives, 2 MEMs
2,291
7,824
Each tape drive adds
48
164
Each MEM adds
210
717
Table 3-13
Approximate XLS power consumption based on LTO tape drives
The current drawn from the power line (mains) is equal to the watts indicated in Table 3-13 divided by the AC voltage available. If your system has a large number of tape drives, connect it to a 208- to 240-volt source to reduce the peak AC input current. The integral circuit breaker will trip at 20 amps. In general, Qualstar recommends 220-volt input power. Using a 220-volt source will prevent input power from being an issue during upgrades.
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CAUTION If equipment will be installed in the optional auxiliary equipment rack, it must be connected to a separate power circuit.
3.4
Cooling Requirements The XLS draws fresh cooling air through the grille and air filters on the front of the library and exhausts warm air out the back. The BTUs/hour figures in Table 3-13 on page 3-20, above, indicate the air conditioning capacity needed to remove the heat generated by example XLS systems.
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3.4 Cooling Requirements
Notes:
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Installation Check List This chapter provides a check list of the components, options, and accessories needed to install an XLS tape library. For more information, refer to the XLS Library Installation Manual. Important:
Before starting the installation, obtain any planning diagrams or documents created when determining what XLS equipment to order. You can refer to these documents as you install the tape drives and cartridges, connect the SCSI or Fibre Channel cables, and configure the logical libraries.
After the XLS order is placed, Qualstar builds the library to the requested specifications and preinstalls the drive bays, cartridge slots, I/O ports, Host Bus Adapters (HBAs), and the power supplies. The equipment rack (if ordered), the tape drive assemblies, and the cartridges must be installed at the customer’s site. Table 4-1 provides an annotated check list of XLS components, options, and accessories, so you can ensure all required parts are available before starting the installation.
Item
Provided by
Notes
Qualstar
Built and pre-tested to customer specifications; includes variable number of drive bays, cartridge bays, I/O ports, power supplies, and HBAs. May include additional cartridge storage areas behind the front panel and doors.
MEM
Qualstar
As an option, one or two XLS-85000 or XLS-89000 MEMs can be attached to the XLS-8161100, XLS-832700 or XLS-820500. One or two XLS-85000 MEMs can be attached to the XLS-812300. The MEMS are shipped separately and installed at the customer’s site.
Expansion pods
Qualstar
As an option, one or two expansion pods can be attached to the XLS-812300. The expansion pods are installed at the factory.
Tape drive assemblies
Qualstar
The tape drives are installed in drive carriers at the factory and are shipped separately.
Drive filler assemblies
Qualstar
All unused tape drive locations require drive filler assemblies, which are shipped separately.
Terminators for SCSI tape drives
Qualstar
A terminator is included with each SCSI tape drive.
LRM
Table 4-1
Installation check list
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Item
Notes
Equipment rack (optional)
Qualstar
An 6U or 8U equipment rack can be ordered as an option. The 6U rack can be installed at the factory; the 8U rack must be installed in the field.
I/O port magazines
Qualstar
Additional I/O port magazines and covers are available for long-term cartridge storage.
Power cord
Qualstar
The accessory kit includes the appropriate power cord for the input voltage and current.
Door keys
Qualstar
The accessory kit includes keys to unlock the doors. The same key unlocks all doors.
Calibration cartridge
Qualstar
The accessory kit includes a calibration cartridge, which is required to calibrate the tape drive locations.
Stylus for touch screen
Qualstar
The accessory kit includes a stylus, which can be used to control the touch screen.
Data and cleaning cartridges
Customer
Refer to the software application and tape drive documentation for data and cleaning cartridge requirements. In addition to any cleaning cartridges required for each logical library, four cleaning cartridges are needed for the system-reserved slots.
Barcode labels
Customer
Refer to Qualstar Product Information Note 040, “Barcode Label Information and Specifications.”
Customer
Refer to the installation plan to determine how many SCSI cables are required. The tape drives use HD68 connectors, while the HBAs in the XLS use VHDCI connectors.
Customer
The battery backup module in the power/PC bay provides enough backup power to safely shut down the XLS if an unexpected power failure occurs. However, the battery module does not provide adequate power to protect the tape drives. For this reason, Qualstar recommends that you connect the XLS to an external UPS. Note: Be sure that the UPS uses “APC Smart Signaling” protocol and use a UPS Communication Cable Smart Signaling (part number 940-0024)
Fibre Channel cables
Customer
Refer to the installation plan to determine how many Fibre Channel cables are required. The tape drives and the HBAs in the XLS both use multimode 62.5/125 fiber optic patch cables with duplex LC connectors.
Rack-mounted equipment
Customer
You must provide your own equipment for the equipment rack.
SCSI cables
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and UPS cable
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Provided by
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Item
Provided by
Notes
Power cords for equipment rack option
Customer
If you are installing the optional equipment rack with a North American power strip, you must supply power cords between the equipment and the power strip. If you are using the 240-volt power strip, you must supply a power cord from the power strip's IEC 60320 inlet connector to the power source.
Ethernet cables
Customer
You must supply a CAT5e or better, straight-through Ethernet cable to connect the library to an Ethernet network for remote operation.
Table 4-1
Installation check list (continued)
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